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abase
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v. To lower in position, estimation, or the like; degrade.
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abbess
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n. The lady superior of a nunnery.
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abbey
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n. The group of buildings which collectively form the dwelling- place of a society of monks or nuns.
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abbot n.
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The superior of a community of monks.
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abdicate
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v. To give up (royal power or the like).
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abdomen
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n. In mammals, the visceral cavity between the diaphragm and the pelvic floor;
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abduction
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n. A carrying away of a person against his will, or illegally.
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aberration
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n. Deviation from a right, customary, or prescribed course.
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abdominal
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n. Of, pertaining to, or situated on the abdomen.
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abed
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adv. In bed; on a bed.
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abet
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v. To aid, promote, or encourage the commission of (an offense).
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abeyance
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n. A state of suspension or temporary inaction.
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abhorrence
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n. The act of detesting extremely.
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abhorrent
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adj. Very repugnant; hateful.
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abidance
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n. An abiding
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